Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · University of Pikeville · Pikeville, KY
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$39,943Median earnings 4 years after
$33,438Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
8Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at University of Pikeville earn a median of $24,758. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,359 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,575–$76,115).
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $40,429 | $22,000 |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $39,311 | $22,500 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $38,637 | $22,431 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $38,219 | $20,735 |
| Georgetown College Georgetown | $35,442 | $24,000 |
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $34,858 | $25,853 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $33,955 | $23,000 |
| Berea College Berea | $30,663 | — |
| University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg | $27,754 | $20,339 |
| Morehead State University Morehead | $26,803 | $24,857 |
| Lindsey Wilson University Columbia | $25,549 | $24,413 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from University of Pikeville make?
The median salary is $24,758 and $33,438 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.